Welcome to Aortarepair.com
Our Mission:
1. Introduce the field of medicine to patients that focuses on conditions of the aorta.
2. Provide information on diseases of the aorta and treatments.
3. Introduce the clinical and laboratory research in the field of aortic surgery and aortic conditions.
4. Provide interesting vignettes that may be inspiring to patients and interesting to the members of the medical community.
1. Introduce the field of medicine to patients that focuses on conditions of the aorta.
2. Provide information on diseases of the aorta and treatments.
3. Introduce the clinical and laboratory research in the field of aortic surgery and aortic conditions.
4. Provide interesting vignettes that may be inspiring to patients and interesting to the members of the medical community.
ABOUT THE DIRECTOR:
Gabriele Di Luozzo, M.D., Thoracic Aortic Program
An experienced aortic specialist with a wealth of experience in the care of patients with aortic conditions. He has been working at Mount Sinai Health Care System for more than one decade performing over 2,000 heart operations. He was trained and associate of the renowned Dr. Randall Griepp. He is director of one of the largest Aortic Programs in the United States.
For Consultation: 212-420-2584
Gabriele Di Luozzo, M.D. Mount Sinai Health System Profile (Click here)
An experienced aortic specialist with a wealth of experience in the care of patients with aortic conditions. He has been working at Mount Sinai Health Care System for more than one decade performing over 2,000 heart operations. He was trained and associate of the renowned Dr. Randall Griepp. He is director of one of the largest Aortic Programs in the United States.
For Consultation: 212-420-2584
Gabriele Di Luozzo, M.D. Mount Sinai Health System Profile (Click here)
PATIENT RESOURCES |
SECOND OPINION PROGRAMAt times meeting another specialist to discuss the problem with your thoracic aorta is necessary. Try to find an aortic specialist at a center of excellence in your region. Some centers provide a second opinion over the internet and others recommend that the patient is seen in the office. To attain a second opinion click here.
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NEW RECOMMENDATIONS
Based on recent published literature the guidelines for elective repair of an ascending aortic aneurysm associated with a bicuspid aortic valve has changed. Now patients without a family history of aortic dissection or rupture who have an ascending aortic aneurysm and bicuspid aortic valve should consider elective repair when the aortic diameter is 5.5 cm or greater. Click here for the complete report.
Case of the Month Click on image.
Click on the image and read about this month's patient and management.
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Aortic Symposium 2012
View webcast of 2012 Aortic Symposium (click on image)
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Recent Publications
Click on image to open the last publication from our group.
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